Cisco Umbrella Network Engineer

# Cisco Umbrella Network Engineer Apply
** Job#: 3042667
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* Job Description:

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* Title:

Network Engineer/ Cisco Umbrella Engineer
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* Location:

Austin, TX (Hybrid 3 days onsite)
Type:
Contract-to-Hire Opportunity If qualified and interested, please reach out to the Professional Recruiter, Nicole, at
** Overview
* * Apex Systems is seeking a Network Engineer for a long-term contract-to-hire opportunity supporting a large enterprise organization. This role will join the Infrastructure & Security team and work closely with network leadership to support critical network modernization initiatives, with a primary focus on Cisco Umbrella administration, deployment, and support.

The selected candidate will support enterprise network operations, security initiatives, firewall modernization efforts, and infrastructure projects across a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will be an experienced network professional who can quickly contribute with minimal ramp-up time.
** Location
* ** Austin, TX preferred
* Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
* Occasional travel as needed
* Contract-to-hire opportunity

Primary Responsibilities
** Cisco Umbrella Administration (Highest Priority)
*** Support enterprise-wide Cisco Umbrella deployment initiatives
* Troubleshoot application connectivity issues through Umbrella
* Create and manage policies, rules, filtering controls, and exceptions
* Coordinate with vendors and support teams to resolve connectivity issues
* Assist with migration of additional business systems into Umbrella
* Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting efforts
* Support ongoing Umbrella expansion across the organization
** Network Infrastructure Support
*** Configure and support Cisco networking environments
* Support routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and core network services
* Assist with firewall initiatives and security-related projects
* Maintain network availability across multiple sites
* Troubleshoot network connectivity issues
* Participate in infrastructure upgrades and modernization projects
** Data Center & Infrastructure Operations
*** Rack and stack network equipment
* Install switches and related infrastructure hardware
* Manage fiber and cabling connections
* Support data center operations
* Assist with equipment deployment and maintenance efforts

Required Qualifications
** Must Have
*** 5+ years of Network Engineering or Network Administration experience
* Strong Cisco networking experience
* Hands-on Cisco Umbrella administration experience
* Experience creating policies and rules within Cisco Umbrella
* Experience troubleshooting production network environments
* Strong routing and switching experience
* VPN support experience
* Excellent documentation and communication skills
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
** Highly Desired
*** CCNA Certification
* Cisco Duo experience
* Firewall administration experience
* Cisco Meraki experience
* Data center experience
* Large enterprise network experience
* Multi-site network support experience
** Nice to Have
*** Cloud networking experience
* Azure or AWS exposure
* Security-focused networking background

Technical Environment
* Cisco Enterprise Networking
* Cisco Umbrella
* Cisco Duo
* Cisco Meraki Wireless
* VPN Technologies
* Enterprise Routing & Switching
* Multiple Data Centers
* Enterprise WAN Environment
* Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure
* Firewall Management  
* Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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** Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a…